Sarah Lusk - Golconda, Illinois - Signs of History on Waymarking.com

In Memory Of
Sarah Lusk

The brave pioneer woman who founded the Town of Golconda, first called Sarahville, a century and a quarter ago.

She established the first ferry across the Ohio River at this place, which she operated with the aid of her young son and a faithful colored woman.

Her rifle was always at hand to protect the passengers from the dangers that lurked on every side.

Erected by
The Civic Club of Golconda
1928

Group that erected the marker: The Civic Club of Golconda URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link] Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary: Main Street Golconda, Illinois United States 62938

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